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The Downtown Studio on Main

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Safety Harbor Waterfront Park
1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Air-conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Safety Harbor, FL
  • Place, Safety Harbor Waterfront Park
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Safety Harbor City Marina
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Tampa, FL (TPA-Tampa Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

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About this property

The Downtown Studio on Main

Featured in the Hallmark movie "Love in the Sun", The Downtown Studio apartment is on the second floor of the original Safety Harbor Hotel on Main Street, built in 1914. The flat features all the comforts of home. The Inn is right in the center of downtown Safety Harbor, 15 minutes from both Clearwater (PIE) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) , 10 miles to the white sandy beaches of Clearwater, 17 miles to St.Petersburg. This is a perfect home base for your Gulf adventures. You will receive a keypad code by noon the day of your arrival upon booking.

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Harbor Inn on Main is on a quiet street, within walking distance to a variety of shopping, restaurants, breweries, pubs, and music venues. The city hosts many music and food events events throughout the year. With the location of this flat, you are central to all of the events held on Main St. The Safety Harbor Marina, pier, and a spa are just 6 blocks away to enjoy a stroll along the water while searching for manatees in the bay. There is a finished walk/bike path stretching 15+ miles along the Old Tampa Bay.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Non refundable pet fee of $79.00
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1825467vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Safety Harbor

Located in Safety Harbor, this apartment is in the city centre. Splash Harbour Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tampa Bay and Clearwater Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Ruth Eckerd Hall or Raymond James Stadium. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Safety Harbor, FL

What's nearby

  • Safety Harbor Waterfront Park - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Safety Harbor Museum & Cultural Center - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Safety Harbor City Marina - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Philippe Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Port of Tampa - 39 min drive - 47.6 km

Getting around

  • Tampa Union Station - 27 min drive
  • St. Petersburg, FL (PIE-St. Petersburg-Clearwater Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bar fly - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Nona Slice House - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Paul's Chicago Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Downtown Studio on Main pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Downtown Studio on Main?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Downtown Studio on Main?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Downtown Studio on Main?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is The Downtown Studio on Main located?

Located in the heart of Safety Harbor, this apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Safety Harbor Waterfront Park and Tampa Bay. Philippe Park and Ruth Eckerd Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location was great within walking distance to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rhonda t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Love rhe property.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get away

Nice place & great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight for nephews wedding

Great place to stay loved the town would love to go back when we can stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Loved the location!!! Walking distance to all the great places in downtown safety harbor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyson P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Book a studio for an overnight stay to celebrate my wife’s birthday and we’re pleasantly surprised when we were upgraded to a one bedroom room. Location was great within walking distance to everything we wanted to do in safety Harbor. Room and grounds were very clean, check in was super simple And beds were very comfy. Definitely will stay here again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful as always!!

We have stayed several times at Paula's. Best location, nice kitchen area and she is very responsive!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable studio, perfect for weekend getaway!

The location can’t be beat for enjoying all that downtown Safety Harbor had to offer. This studio apartment is spacious, beautifully decorated and great for 1-2 people.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

This was a great property - wondering how we can look this up again for rerental once the sale is done.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Safety Harbor

Love staying here for our kid free weekend get aways
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just like home, clean, comfortable great location.

We love the vibe of Safety Harbor and all its offerings. This studio apartment was the perfect get away. Clean, comfortable, well furnished with great linens and towels. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and convenient!

This was our second stay here!! Clean and cozy! Excellent location!! So much to do within walking distance!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kara c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable location, perfect stay!

Cute studio like stay located in the perfect spot on Main Street big enough to fit two adults, a teen and a 4 yr old. Close to everything, easy to get to and access, cleanliness gets an A+, easy parking and so many shops around! Parking is easy and we enjoyed the balcony views, definitely would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us

Cute, spacious, well equipped. Great location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly Reccomend This Property

The property that we sadly only stayed at for one night, we wish it had been longer. The property is 5/5* for us & in a pefect place in Safety Harbor. Quick & friendly respinses from the host also.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be back!

Excellent location, personal service, and all around as described in other reviews!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay in Safety Harbor

We absolutely loved our stay here! The location was fantastic—super walkable with cute restaurants just around the corner. It was easy to find with convenient parking, which made everything stress-free. We enjoyed walking down to the beach and exploring the adorable town of Safety Harbor. The rental itself was quiet, cozy, and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Would absolutely recommend and would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

We have family in Safety Harbor and we have used VRBO several times in the area. This location could not be any better for walking down Mainstreet and access the surrounding areas.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect downtown Safety Harbor location!

Beautiful, spacious, nicely decorated efficiency apartment with the perfect downtown Safety Harbor location! The property was extremely clean and the host was very quick to respond. We will definitely stay there again. Very fun apartment!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

The location and charm are outstanding. We can't wait to stay here again. Being right on Main Street means an easy stroll to restaurants and shops. This is a historic property and in pristine condition! We just loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fourth of July

Our second time staying here. Love the place, the location and the area. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable clean and convenient

An adorable studio apartment just has it was shown in the ad. The location was perfect. The town is quiet and cute.Paula is a great host and always available if you need anythingWe will definitely be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location & wonderful host!

My husband, our adult daughter, & I stayed briefly in Safety Harbor June 18-20 & Paula briefly have been any better to work with. It was kinda last minute as we booked elsewhere & realized it was a little further away than we thought. Paula was super accommodating & we had a beautiful studio, gorgeously decorated, right in the heart of the fun & walking distance to mist places you'd want to be. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cozy Studio

This was the cutest little studio rental. We had just enough room and just enough amenities - it was decorated just beautifully and we felt so welcomed and relaxed during our stay. We will definitely look into staying here again when in the Tampa/Clearwater area. What a great little town!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 February 2021
Thank you Yvonne! It was such a pleasure having you stay with us! You are always welcome anytime! Paula

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